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Rare Hand Carved Stone Wellhead Cistern Basin Antique Fountain Focal Point LA CA

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Rare hand carved stone Wellhead cistern Basin Antique Fountain Focal point LA CA. 19th Century Neogothic Water Wellhead hand carved stone planter Basin Water Fountain. A rare large and impressive French Neo Gothic 19th century hand Sculpted Stone well head square shape at the base with coping and a mounted Roof top Structure capped with a Steep Pyramid shaped with high Pitch Roof Top with a nicely Carved Stone Finial. This beautiful Structure will be an outstanding focal point in your landscape by the pool area or a natural water source or in the middle of a pond. Could be mounted as a water feature fountain with center spout or turned into a planter. Antique dealer La Cienega Blvd Melrose Ave West Hollywood. Historic Unique sculpted statement piece in a garden landscape and high-end interior décor design cistern architectural element. Before modern plumbing existed, the main source of fresh water came from cisterns that collected rain water, often in the center of public squares and castles. The cisterns were topped with stone wellheads that often were decorated with floral motifs, symbols family crests or emblems. Wellheads were not only functional but also enhanced the architecture and aesthetics of the city and elevated Estates and homes and were a medium through which nobles and Aristocrats expressed their identity and status This important unique Wellhead from the South of France Carved in the style of the 15th century Gothic period. Signs of the decades and use is apparent with the stone cracks and losses as seen in the pictures and video. In a Farm, a modern design, traditional , provencal, this wellhead will be a great addition and a signature structure to your estate. Measures: Total height: 125 inches depth & width: 56.5 x 54.5 inches Ground D & W: 52 x 52 inches.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 125 in (317.5 cm)Width: 54.5 in (138.43 cm)Depth: 56.5 in (143.51 cm)
  • Style:
    Gothic Revival (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1800s
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Restoration as seen in the pictures. overall great condition. Cracks losses etc the normal due the centuries and use. And incredible piece of Art. you can see it in person at La Maison Francaise Antiques by appointment only, Thank you. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    West Hollywood, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4400231500962
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